10/10 Excellent
Sarah D.
Jul 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great space for family weekend.
Sarah D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Entire home
1869 Historic Italian Villa on the Bluff
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102215 sq ft
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Washer
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
- Fireplace
- Dryer
Explore the area
Dubuque, IA
- Fourth Street Elevator6 min walk
- Five Flags Center11 min walk
- National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium15 min walk
- Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)12 min drive
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About the neighborhood
Dubuque
With a stay at this villa in Dubuque, you'll be on a river, within a 5-minute drive of Mississippi River and Fourth Street Elevator. .This villa is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Hillcrest Mental Health Center and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Dubuque Welcome Center.
What's nearby
- Five Flags Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
- National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
- Diamond Jo Casino - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
- Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
- Q Casino - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
Getting around
- Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 16 min walk
- Pepper Sprout - 11 min walk
- Taco Bell - 3 min drive
- Dimensional Brewing Company - 13 min walk
- Arby's - 19 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
1869 Historic Italian Villa on the Bluff
About this space
This special place is close to everything, with spectacular location on bluff with view of downtown Dubuque and the scenic river. This house which was built in 1869 is one of the oldest homes in Dubuque with close proximity to the historic 4th St. Elevator and walking distance to shopping and main street Dubuque. The Italian villa has a 3rd floor cupola with a fantastic must see view. This is a new listing for the Dubuque area. Looking forward to having you as our guest!
The space
Main floor has a modern kitchen, with a living room with historic mansion like windows and view. The dining room on the main floor has a large 10ft family table with 2 leaf extensions if needed for big family gathering. The 3 bedrooms are all on the 2nd floor with the full bath. The 3rd floor has a cupola as was a common trait of the historic Italian villas.
Guest access
You will have access to the home via convenient keypad entry. The basement and 5 stall garage will not be accessible as is a separate unit.
This special place is close to everything, with spectacular location on bluff with view of downtown Dubuque and the scenic river. This house which was built in 1869 is one of the oldest homes in Dubuque with close proximity to the historic 4th St. Elevator and walking distance to shopping and main street Dubuque. The Italian villa has a 3rd floor cupola with a fantastic must see view. This is a new listing for the Dubuque area. Looking forward to having you as our guest!
The space
Main floor has a modern kitchen, with a living room with historic mansion like windows and view. The dining room on the main floor has a large 10ft family table with 2 leaf extensions if needed for big family gathering. The 3 bedrooms are all on the 2nd floor with the full bath. The 3rd floor has a cupola as was a common trait of the historic Italian villas.
Guest access
You will have access to the home via convenient keypad entry. The basement and 5 stall garage will not be accessible as is a separate unit.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
This smoke-free villa features books, games, and snowboarding nearby. Recreational activities include ecotours nearby, sledding nearby, and rock climbing nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.
Property manager
Matt Wickham
Property amenities
Ski
- Close to skiing
- Snowboarding nearby
Internet
- Available in the villa: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Electric car charging station on site
- Wheelchair-accessible parking available
- Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Ice maker
- Kitchen island
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1.5 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Living room
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Smart TV
Outdoor areas
- Firepit
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
Laundry
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- 2 accessible parking spaces
- Hardwood flooring in public areas
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near a hospital
- Near the marina
- On a river
Things to do
- Water park
- Birdwatching nearby
- Casino nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Hunting nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Rock climbing nearby
- Sledding nearby
- Snowmobiling nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Winery tours nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
- Deadbolt lock
General
- Electric car charging station
- Unit size: 2,215 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
1869 Historic Italian Villa on the Bluff Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Matt P.
Apr 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great House!
Clean, historic, great view, great for friends! Would recommend!
Matt P.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024